Komos Cristalino Anejo 750ML

Komos Cristalino Añejo 750ML is a filtered añejo tequila made from 100% Blue Weber Agave, bottled at 40% ABV in a 750ml hand-painted ceramic bottle. Awarded 98 points by The Tasting Panel Magazine, this expression distinguishes itself through a rare winemaking-inspired aeration process using Greek wine amphorae — a technique no other major cristalino producer employs.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Jalisco, Mexico  |  Añejo Cristalino  |  Distillery: Tequila Orendain (NOM 1110)

Production & Heritage

Komos Cristalino Añejo is produced at Tequila Orendain (NOM 1110), one of Jalisco's established distilleries. Hand-harvested Blue Weber Agave piñas sourced from both the highlands and lowlands of the Tequila Valley are roasted in traditional stone ovens, then the aguamiel is naturally fermented and twice distilled in copper pot stills. What separates this cristalino from nearly every competitor is the finishing step: rather than relying solely on charcoal filtration to strip color after barrel aging, the liquid is gently aerated in Greek wine amphorae. This winemaking technique — tumbling the tequila to introduce controlled oxygen exposure — softens the mouthfeel and adds a buttery roundness that straight filtration alone cannot achieve. The result is a crystal-clear spirit that retains the depth and complexity of its añejo aging.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Tropical fruit and citrus zest arrive first, followed by warm vanilla, lemon cake, and dried fruits. A gentle undercurrent of toasted oak and sweet agave anchors the nose.

Taste: The entry is rich with sweet cooked agave and ripe pineapple, building into a mid-palate layered with dark chocolate, pink peppercorns, and a squeeze of lime. The amphora aeration reveals itself here — a buttery roundness coats the palate without masking the agave's natural character.

Finish: Long and mineral-driven, with lingering oak, subtle baking spice, and gentle citrus that slowly fades. The texture remains smooth and clean through the final moments, never turning bitter or astringent.

How to Drink Komos Cristalino

This tequila rewards sipping neat or over a single large ice cube, where its amphora-softened texture and dark chocolate notes can develop fully. For cocktails, the crystal clarity and layered flavor make it versatile: a Paloma benefits from the citrus-forward profile and buttery body; an Old Fashioned variation lets the cooked agave and oak stand in beautifully for whiskey's caramel and wood; and a Tommy's Margarita gains unusual depth from the dark chocolate and peppercorn notes without the amber hue of a standard añejo.

Best For

• Gifting a tequila enthusiast who has moved beyond blanco and reposado
• After-dinner sipping alongside dark chocolate or dessert
• Introducing whiskey drinkers to premium aged tequila in a familiar flavor profile
• Displaying as a conversation piece — the hand-painted ceramic bottle doubles as a striking decanter

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Komos Cristalino taste like? It delivers rich cooked agave, dark chocolate, and pink peppercorn on the palate with a buttery, round mouthfeel, finishing long with mineral notes, lingering oak, and gentle citrus.

How does Komos Cristalino compare to Don Julio 70? Both are cristalino añejos, but Komos undergoes aeration in Greek wine amphorae in addition to filtration, producing a noticeably richer, more rounded mouthfeel. Don Julio 70 tends to present a lighter, more agave-forward profile, while Komos leans into dark chocolate, tropical fruit, and buttery depth.

Is Komos Cristalino good for sipping neat? Absolutely — its 40% ABV and amphora-aerated smoothness make it one of the more approachable cristalinos for neat sipping, with enough complexity to hold your attention across multiple pours.

Where is Komos Cristalino made? It is produced at Tequila Orendain (NOM 1110) in Jalisco, Mexico, using 100% Blue Weber Agave hand-harvested from both the highland and lowland terroirs of the Tequila Valley.

What foods pair well with Komos Cristalino? Dark chocolate truffles complement the cacao notes on the palate; grilled shrimp with lime mirrors its citrus finish; mole negro echoes the spice and chocolate complexity; aged Manchego cheese plays off the buttery texture; and ceviche with tropical fruit amplifies the pineapple and citrus zest.

What sizes does Komos Cristalino come in? The standard offering is the 750ml bottle, presented in a distinctive hand-painted ceramic vessel.

Is Komos Cristalino worth the price? Komos positions firmly in the ultra-premium cristalino tier, above mainstream options like Don Julio 70 or Maestro Dobel Diamante. The 98-point score from The Tasting Panel Magazine and the unique amphora aeration process provide tangible justification for the higher price point within the category.

Why Komos Cristalino?

The amphora aeration process is the clearest differentiator in a cristalino market that has grown crowded with charcoal-filtered options. That winemaking technique — borrowed from Mediterranean tradition and applied to Mexican agave spirit — creates a mouthfeel and depth that filtration alone simply does not produce. The 98-point score from The Tasting Panel Magazine places it among the highest-rated cristalinos ever reviewed by a major publication. For drinkers who find standard cristalinos too stripped of their barrel character, Komos Cristalino Añejo preserves the complexity of aged tequila while delivering the visual clarity and smooth drinkability the category promises.